Teacher at North Olmsted school being treated for viral meningitis

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Teacher at North Olmsted school being treated for viral meningitis

NORTH OMLSTED – A teacher from Maple Intermediate School in North Olmsted is currently being treated for viral meningitis, the school said in a release on its website. This form is not to be confused with bacterial meningitis, which is more serious.

Viral meningitis usually goes away in 7-10 days.

Common symptoms for adults include fever, headache, stiff neck, vomiting and lack of appetite. Symptoms for infants are fever, irritability and issues with sleeping.